Hello Everyone,
Many artists, I feel, were born with a pencil in their hand and a sketchbook on their lap. I, however, was not one of them. Until I came to PAFA, I had always thought of myself as a sculptor.
During my studies at Bloomsburg University, I experimented with clay. I constructed wild looking vessels and strangely contorted figures. It was fun, but I dreamed to represent the figure in a more realistic and dramatic way.
After my first class at PAFA, everything quickly changed. My eyes and mind were introduced to the wonderful world of painting. I still see myself as a sculptor, but I realize now that there is so much more.
I would like to start my blog, with some of my pre PAFA drawings that I made for my application portfolio. All of these pictures are done in graphite, which is my favorite media for drawing. I love the tight control and the subtle value changes that can be achieved.
Lion with Bird Cage
Lion in Leaves
Pirate Still LifeGraphite: 18" X 24"
Sea Sculpture
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2 comments:
October 26, 2008 at 9:55 AM
Hey Lora! I'm so glad you've joined us on the blog--I think you'll be a great addition to the group! I'm looking forward to seeing more of your work as well...I haven't had many classes with you, so I haven't seen much of it yet. These drawings look fantastic though! I only wish the pictures of them were a little bigger. The handling of the tones and the level of detail in them is really lovely. I really look forward to reading your future posts!
October 26, 2008 at 9:55 AM
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